Description

Nylon 6/10 is a high-performance, semi-crystalline polyamide copolymer known for its excellent balance of mechanical strength, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance. This engineering plastic is particularly valued for its lower moisture absorption compared to Nylon 6 or 6/6, making it ideal for applications requiring stable performance in humid environments. Key industries that utilize Nylon 6/10 include automotive, electronics, and industrial manufacturing for components like gears, electrical insulators, and specialized monofilaments.

Application

• Precision Engineering Components: Gears, bearings, bushings, and fasteners requiring low friction and wear resistance.
• Electrical & Electronic Parts: Connectors, coil bobbins, and insulating components due to its good dielectric properties.
• Industrial Monofilaments: Used in brushes, fishing lines, and surgical sutures where flexibility and strength are critical.
• Automotive Under-the-Hood Parts: Components such as fuel line quick connectors and sensor housings that resist fuels and coolants.
• Consumer Goods: Durable parts for appliances, sports equipment, and tool housings.
• Packaging Films: High-barrier films for specialized packaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nylon 6/10
CAS No.	9008-66-6
Molecular Formula	(C₁₀H₁₈O₄·C₆H₁₂O₂)ₙ
Molecular Weight	Polymer (Variable)
Synonyms	Poly(hexamethylene sebacamide); Polyamide 610; PA 610; Nylon 610; Nylon-6,10; Poly(N,N'-hexamethylenesebacamide); Ultramid® S (BASF); Zytel® (DuPont); Akromid®; Polyanilid 6/10
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nylon 6/10 is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure consistent quality and performance. We provide material specifications covering key parameters such as relative viscosity, melting point, moisture content, and mechanical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for each batch, and we can support compliance with relevant industry standards such as ISO 9001. Custom grades with specific additive packages or viscosities can be developed to meet your application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be stored in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). Original packaging should remain sealed until use to prevent moisture uptake, which can affect processing and final part properties. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white pellets or granules
Relative Viscosity	2.2 - 3.2 (Formic Acid 90%)
Melting Point (DSC)	210 - 225 °C
Moisture Content	< 0.2 %
Tensile Strength	50 - 70 MPa
Flexural Modulus	2000 - 2500 MPa
Izod Impact Strength (Notched)	40 - 60 J/m

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.